Serving 128 students in grades Kindergarten, Focus Learning Academy Of Central Columbus ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 128 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Focus Learning Academy Of Central Columbus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Focus Learning Academy Of Central Columbus's student population of 128 students has grown by 172% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 175% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
128 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Focus Learning Academy Of Central Columbus ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Focus Learning Academy Of Central Columbus is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2003 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)<50%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
100%
17%
White
n/a
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Focus Learning Academy Of Central Columbus's ranking?
Focus Learning Academy Of Central Columbus is ranked #2003 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Focus Learning Academy Of Central Columbus?
128 students attend Focus Learning Academy Of Central Columbus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Focus Learning Academy Of Central Columbus students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Focus Learning Academy Of Central Columbus?
Focus Learning Academy Of Central Columbus has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Focus Learning Academy Of Central Columbus offer ?
Focus Learning Academy Of Central Columbus offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Focus Learning Academy Of Central Columbus part of?
Focus Learning Academy Of Central Columbus is part of Focus Learning Academy Of Central Columbus School District.
In what neighborhood is Focus Learning Academy Of Central Columbus located?
Focus Learning Academy Of Central Columbus is located in the North Linden neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 12 other public schools located in North Linden.
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